Nuapada - Pallahara, Angul
Nuapada is a village situated in the Pallahara tehsil of Angul district, Odisha. It is located approximately 28 km from Khamar and around 86 km from Anugul . Khamar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Nuapada village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Nuapada is 403596. The village covers a total geographical area of 71 hectares and falls under the 759118 pincode. Palalahada is the nearest town, located about 4 km away.
Nuapada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pallahara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Dhenkanal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Nuapada
According to the 2011 Census, Nuapada village had a total population of 313 people, including 156 males and 157 females, living in 76 households. The sex ratio was 1,006 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.33%, with male literacy at 92.65% and female literacy at 72.79%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 47, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 23.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 313 | 156 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 30 | 20 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 47 | 23 | 24 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 23 | 12 | 11 |
| Literate Population | 233 | 126 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 30 | 50 |
Nearby Villages of Nuapada
Nuapada is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Nuapada
Nuapada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Palalahada to Nuapada is about 4 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anugul to Nuapada is about 86 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Nuapada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Nuapada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Nuapada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Nuapada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Nuapada
Where is Nuapada located?
Nuapada village is located in Pallahara Tehsil, Angul district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Nuapada?
The Gram Panchayat of Nuapada is Khamar.
What is the pincode of Nuapada?
The pincode of Nuapada is 759118.
What is the population of Nuapada?
Nuapada had a total population of 313, including 156 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Nuapada?
Nuapada had 76 households.
What is the literacy rate in Nuapada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Nuapada was 82.33%. Male literacy was 92.65% and female literacy was 72.79%.